Tennessee Campaign Finance Overview
Tennessee ranks 25th among all U.S. states and territories in total federal campaign fundraising for the 2024 election cycle. Federal candidates from Tennessee raised a combined $44.2M and spent $36.6M during this period. The state is home to 38 federal candidates who filed with the Federal Election Commission.
Individual donors from Tennessee ZIP codes contributed $149.8M across 682 ZIP codes tracked in FEC filings, making the state a significant source of political contributions nationwide.
Party Breakdown in Tennessee
| Party | Candidates | Total Raised | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democrats | 17 | $10.9M | 24.6% |
| Republicans | 17 | $33.2M | 75.1% |
Republican candidates in Tennessee outraised their Democratic counterparts by $22.3M, reflecting the state's fundraising dynamics in the 2024 cycle.
Office Breakdown: Senate vs House
| Office | Candidates | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|
| Senate | 6 | $26.4M |
| House | 32 | $17.8M |
Top 10 Fundraising Candidates in Tennessee
| Rank | Candidate | Party | Office | Total Raised |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blackburn, Marsha Mrs. | REP | Senate | $18.7M |
| 2 | Johnson, Gloria | DEM | Senate | $7.6M |
| 3 | Kustoff, David | REP | House | $2.5M |
| 4 | Green, Mark Dr. | REP | House | $2.2M |
| 5 | Harshbarger, Diana | REP | House | $1.9M |
| 6 | Fleischmann, Charles J | REP | House | $1.9M |
| 7 | Rose, John W. | REP | House | $1.9M |
| 8 | Barry, Megan | DEM | House | $1.2M |
| 9 | Burchett, Tim | REP | House | $1.2M |
| 10 | Ogles, Andy | REP | House | $986K |
Top Donor ZIP Codes in Tennessee
| ZIP Code | City | Total Donated |
|---|---|---|
| 37205 | Nashville | $8.7M |
| 37215 | Nashville | $8.4M |
| 37027 | Brentwood | $7.3M |
| 37203 | Nashville | $7.1M |
| 37204 | Nashville | $4.8M |
| 37402 | Chattanooga | $4.5M |
| 37363 | Ooltewah | $4.3M |
| 37069 | Franklin | $3.9M |
| 37919 | Knoxville | $3.6M |
| 37064 | Franklin | $3.0M |
The wealthiest donor ZIP code in Tennessee is 37205 in Nashville, where individual donors contributed $8.7M to federal campaigns.
Fundraising vs Spending
Across all federal candidates in Tennessee, total spending reached $36.6M against $44.2M raised, representing a 83% burn rate. Candidates in this state retained a portion of their fundraising for future use or reserves.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much money was raised by federal candidates in Tennessee in 2024?
Federal candidates from Tennessee raised a combined $44.2M during the 2024 election cycle, ranking the state 25th out of all U.S. states and territories. This includes 17 Democratic and 17 Republican candidates who filed with the FEC.
Which candidate raised the most money in Tennessee?
The top fundraiser in Tennessee was Blackburn, Marsha Mrs., who raised $18.7M running for Senate as a REP candidate.
What ZIP code in Tennessee donates the most to political campaigns?
ZIP code 37205 in Nashville, Tennessee is the top-donating ZIP code with $8.7M in individual contributions to federal campaigns.
Do Democrats or Republicans raise more money in Tennessee?
Republicans outraise Democrats in Tennessee, with Republican candidates collecting $33.2M (75.1%) compared to $10.9M (24.6%) for Democrats.
Methodology
All data is sourced from Federal Election Commission filings for the 2024 election cycle. Candidate totals reflect money raised and spent as reported in official FEC filings. Donor ZIP code totals are based on itemized individual contribution records where the donor's residence is in Tennessee. Party classifications reflect the candidate's FEC filing designation.